Overview: An Industry Leader Committed to Unmatchable Value
Since its beginning in 1975, Vanguard has become one of the world`s largest investment management companies. Headquartered in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, just outside Philadelphia, Vanguard provides an extensive array of investment products and services to individual investors, institutions, employer-sponsored retirement plans, and financial professionals. Today, Vanguard manages approximately $800 billion in U.S. assets in more than 125 U.S.-based mutual funds and offers more than 40 additional funds in foreign markets. In addition to our campus in Pennsylvania, we have substantial U.S. operations in Arizona and North Carolina and international operations in Europe, Japan, and Australia. Our 10,000 talented employees thrive in a team-oriented environment that also rewards individual achievement.
A Unique Structure and Client Focus Set Vanguard Apart
Most investment firms are either publicly traded or privately owned. Vanguard is different: we`re client-owned. With no other parties to answer to and, therefore, no conflicting loyalties, we make every decision - like keeping investor costs as low as possible - with only our clients` needs in mind. Helping our investors achieve their financial goals is literally our sole reason for existence.
In addition to investor advocacy and low costs, Vanguard strives to deliver outstanding performance, superior service, and clear, candid communications and advice intended to help clients become better-informed, more successful investors. These exceptional features are what distinguish Vanguard from other investment management firms.
A Commitment to Diversity
We respect and value the varied talents, backgrounds, and perspectives of our employees. Because our entire team reflects the cultural and ethnic diversity of the shareholders we serve, we believe that a diverse workforce helps us to meet our clients` needs more effectively. We also believe that every employee contributes to our goal of being the world`s highest-value provider of investment services. We foster a collaborative, team-oriented approach to our work, with the understanding that different viewpoints and experiences enrich us all.
Diversity has always been a core value at Vanguard. We have company-wide diversity programs backed by the full commitment of our entire senior management team. Our programs thrive and continue to expand with the full participation of employees at every level of the company.
Competitive Advantages
We reward employees with a comprehensive and generous benefits package, including:

Vanguard Work-Life Partnerships: Services and programs that help employees achieve a balance between their work and personal lives

Open dialogue between employees and senior management

Awards and Accolades
Vanguard is regularly cited by major publications and prestigious surveys for its quality, performance, best practices, and corporate culture. Here are just a few recent accolades:
Vanguard as a Business
Forbes, September 2004 - Forbes magazine named 30 Vanguard mutual funds to its annual "Best Buys" list - the most of any fund family.
Money, February 2004, "Best Funds for 2004" issue - Two Vanguard funds topped this list of eight funds from companies you can trust.
Greenwich Associates, 2004, Large 401(k) Plan Study - For the eighth consecutive year, Vanguard was ranked number one in overall relationship quality among full-service plan providers. Vanguard also ranked first in employee communications and recordkeeping services.
Vanguard as an Employer
Fortune, 2005 - Vanguard was named one of the "Best 100 Companies to work for."
Computerworld, "100 Best Places to Work in IT" - Vanguard has made this list three years in a row.
Essence, May 2004 - In its second annual survey, Essence ranked Vanguard among the top 30 places to work because of its team-oriented corporate culture and exceptional benefits. Vanguard Principal Crystal Shannon was profiled.
Training - In 2004 and 2005, Vanguard`s commitment to training and development was recognized in Training magazine`s annual list of the "Training Top 100."
Black Collegian - In 2004 and 2005, Vanguard was recognized as one of the "Top 100 Employers" by the Black Collegian.
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